I just installed RB 2021, after having used BiaB for many years. In BiaB, I created a tune, then tried a test recording of me playing clarinet. Everything sounded fine. Then I opened the BiaB file in RB (with no Audio track) and tried to record again. I heard the clarinet track, but just barely because the volume was so low. After trying a few times, I noticed that level bars on the RB track looked fine... until I accepted the track. That's when I saw that the saving of the track squashed everything down to a thin green line. Is this the result of my driver settings? Any guidance that you have would be much appreciated. Steve
a little rt wish ... .re gear used. It's obvious that a lot of the pg rt's are created by highly skilled session pros. and from session pro's ive met in studios in the past i realise some might not want to divulge their 'tricks'...totally understandeable… but for example if possibly some of the pg artists might divulge the gear they used in their bios…that would be very nice. particularly for users new to creating songs. ie a learning tool ?...as in learning from the masters ? maybe it's a big ask…just an idea. e.g. I created the stallion song in my sig cos…. I discovered one of mike durham's rock tone rt's one day by accident ... .ie a classic rock tone. basically i dont like rock tones that are too fizzy or too clean. mikes rt i found got me soooo excited i created the stallion song just to showcase his classic tone and guitar talent. happiness. om
I modified my BIAB MGU files to include harmonies. When I save it to MID file, (using save special option) it writes the harmonies in different tracks (Channels) but the MIDI the patch number is not included: all harmony tracks has the same patch number. no midi program changes are included when a change of harmony occurs. If I change the harmony in a specific bar the changes in patch number does not appear. I remember this was not the case with my older version of Windows BIAB. I have the export patch number option ON. I was expecting this program changesi all, melody and harmony channels. Am I missing something? Regards
Add updated printing options, enhanced tracks settings, smoother use of MGU and SGU (BB files) within PowerTracks, and more with the latest PowerTracks Pro Audio 2024 update! Learn more about this free update for PowerTracks Pro Audio & download it at www.pgmusic.com/support_windows_pt.htm#2024_5
A Build 5 Update is available for PowerTracks Pro Audio Version 2024Download the build 5 updateRelease Notes [Build 5] (April 12, 2024)
Fixed: Default measure offset setting wasn't visible in the General Preferences dialog. As a result, it was always resulting in a default Measure Offset of zero. You can now change it to -2 if you want a two bar lead-in before measure 1.
Fixed: Frozen utility tracks were not loading into PT when loading in an MGU/SGU
Fixed: if a song had key sig changes, then the key sig change could overwrite notes on the Lead Sheet or in printout or print preview.
Fixed: key sig changes could show up when there is drum notation
Fixed: The Send Realtime Messages setting in Preferences - MIDI - MIDI Out wasn't being saved when exiting PowerTracks.
Fixed: In the Print Preview window, the width/height that you select for the saved image(s) was affecting the display within the preview window itself
Fixed: "Print to PDF" now defaults to Microsoft Print to PDF driver, which fixes certain issues such as the title area sometimes not displaying the correct fonts.
Fixed: When saving a range of Print Preview images to disk, PowerTracks will now let you choose the target folder.
Fixed: In the Print Preview window, Saving to PNG or TIF format wasn't working
Fixed: access violation when loading in an SGU
Fixed: When loading in an MGU/SGU that had regular audio (non-RT audio) on Utility Track(s) PowerTracks wasn't loading in the .WAV files.
Fixed: when inserting a track, removing a track, or swapping tracks, the BankLSB setting would not be set correctly
Fixed: Part Markers might not be loaded in correctly if loading in an MGU/SGU that was saved by BBW that had repeats.
Fixed: Chords weren't being loaded in correctly if loading in an MGU/SGU that was saved by BBW that had repeats
Fixed: When using the Edit - MIDI - Split MIDI Drums command, an access violation would occur
Fixed: When using the "R" hotkey in editable notation to insert a rest, the rest might be inserted on the wrong clef.
Fixed: Left-Clicking on the number field in the mixer to select a track would cause the pop-up menu to pop-up.
Fixed: Undo for generation of RealDrums did not work
Fixed: when using the right-click "Copy/Move highlighted area of current track to another track" command, and there was already data on that area of destination track, the dialog that gives you a choice of overwriting/merging/canceling had blank text.
Fixed: A warning message, and an option to not load in a BB file (e.g. MGU or SGU), if PT determines it might not actually be a BB file.
Fixed: Notation Window - Right Click -Vocal Synth...(auto) was not working correctly
Release Notes [Build 3] (Jan 4, 2024)
FIXED - When UseElastique is unchecked and time stretching or pitch shifting was enabled, the audio was severely distorted
FIXED - a few additional language strings added to the resource file
If you have Melodyne but have not used it much +++ THIS +++ 13 minute video about using the Melodyne Essential timing and pitch correction tools maybe just what you need to get started.
I would love to have a real track that has Blues Rhumba in the A section. and then switches to a shuffle in the B section. Almost every top blues artist has at least one such song. I know it can be done in the bar settings but it never works that well. There are a couple of midi styles that have similar rhythm changes but they don’t work well as blues songs. Here are a few examples (classic blues songs) B B King Woke Up This Morning Otis Rush All Your Lovin’ I Miss Lovin’ Buddy Guy or Ray Charles Mary Ann
The newest RealBand 2024 Build 5 update is now available! Download and install this to your RealBand 2024 for updated print options, streamlined loading and saving of .SGU & MGU (BB) files, and to add a number of program adjustments that address user-reported bugs and concerns. This free update is available to all RealBand 2024 users. To learn more about this update and download it, head to www.pgmusic.com/support.realband.htm#20245
FIXED - Frozen utility tracks were not loading into RB. Fresh tracks would be generated if the setting in Song Preferences to auto-generate was enabled.
FIXED - When loading in an MGU or SGU, and the current track wasn't set to 1, this could cause Utility Tracks to be loaded into higher track numbers than necessary.
FIXED - When loading in an MGU or SGU, Utility Tracks that had a Loop on the tracks would not load into RB
FIXED - When loading in an MGU or SGU, If a Utility Track used a RT that was built into the style, RB would not be aware of what RT was being used for that utility track.
FIXED - if a song had key sig changes, then the key sig change could overwrite notes on the Lead Sheet or in printout or print preview.
FIXED - key sig changes could show up when there is drum notation
FIXED - when loading in a MGU or SGU, the melody track could be named a Utility Track with a negative number.
FIXED - if the BB Soloist RealTrack was frozen, then you couldn't regenerate an individual RealTrack.
FIXED - The Send Realtime Messages setting in Preferences - MIDI - MIDI Out wasn't being saved when exiting Realband.
FIXED - In the Print Preview window, the width/height that you select for the saved image(s) was affecting the display within the preview window itself
FIXED - "Print to PDF" now defaults to Microsoft Print to PDF driver, which fixes certain issues such as the title area sometimes not displaying the correct fonts.
ADDED - When saving a range of Print Preview images to disk, Realband will now let you choose the target folder.
FIXED - In the Print Preview window, Saving to PNG or TIF format wasn't working
FIXED - When loading in an MGU/SGU that had regular audio (non-RT audio) on Utility Track(s) Realband wasn't loading in the .WAV files.
FIXED - When using the "EDIT - Track - Make all tracks BB tracks" command to convert BB tracks to regular tracks, you couldn't regenerate tracks that had RealTracks on them.
FIXED - Patches for utility tracks were not being saved or loaded to/from RB when saving or loading an MGU or SGU file
ADDED - The Bank0 (MSB), Bank32 (LSB), and MIDI Channel for tracks are now saved/loaded to/from RB when saving or loading an MGU or SGU file.
FIXED - when inserting a track, removing a track, or swapping tracks, the BankLSB setting would not be set correctly
FIXED - Part Markers might not be loaded in correctly if loading in an MGU/SGU that was saved by BBW that had repeats.
FIXED - Chords weren't being loaded in correctly if loading in an MGU/SGU that was saved by BBW that had repeats
FIXED - When using the Edit - MIDI - Split MIDI Drums command, an access violation would occur
FIXED - File - Save As - when typing in a file name with a band-in-a-box file extension (e.g. MGU or SGU), the file with a BB file extension would be saved in .SEQ format.
FIXED - When using the "R" hotkey in editable notation to insert a rest, the rest might be inserted on the wrong clef.
FIXED - Left-Clicking on the number field in the mixer to select a track would cause the pop-up menu to pop-up.
FIXED - When saving an MGU or SGU, in RB and then loading into BBW, every Bar Number in the Chord Sheet would have a red line underneath it.
ADDED - A warning message, and an option to not load in a BB file (e.g. MGU or SGU), if RB determines it might not actually be a BB file.
I've had this problem before, and someone here came up with a solution, which I've been using. But ... the suggested settings in Audacity of MME and What You Hear are no longer working since: - Windows 10 did and update on me - I updated Audacity to 3.4.2 - I installed BIAB 2024 (1111) My desktop setup includes such a dizzying array of options, that I can't seem to find one that works. I know I have a SoundBlaster Z card installed and I assume a generic one from MS. Can anyone suggest a starting point? Help! Thanks! LLOYD S (I tried to attach a jpg file showing the options. Not sure it worked)
Quite by accident we caught most of this program the other night, and were very impressed. I think this is based on the "Orff Method" which we never heard of. Anybody have experience with it? Watch the kid's faces, you can almost hear their brain cells crackling and sparking as neural connections are made. I wish I had a program like this available as a kid; fun and instructive at the same time. The Secret Song
Buenos días Carlos: Quisiera poder obtener la actualización del Real Band 2021 en español. Es que tuve un problema en el ordenador y tuve que reinstalar BIAB y Real Band de nuevo. El BIAB lo tengo en español pero no el Real Band. Muchas Gracias.
Today (April 5) is National Flash Drive Day! Did you know... not only can you download your Band-in-a-Box® Pro, MegaPAK, or PlusPAK purchase - you can also choose to add a flash drive backup copy with the installation files for only $15? It even comes with a Band-in-a-Box® keychain! For the larger Band-in-a-Box® packages (UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, Audiophile Edition), the hard drive backup copy is available for only $25. This will include a preinstalled and ready to use program, along with your installation files. Backup copies are offered during the checkout process on our website. Already purchased your e-delivery version, and now you wish you had a backup copy? It's not too late! If your purchase was for the current version of Band-in-a-Box®, you can still reach out to our team directly to place your backup copy order! Note: the Band-in-a-Box® keychain is only included with flash drive backup copies, and cannot be purchased separately.Handy USB tip: Always try plugging in a USB device the wrong way first? If your flash drive (or other USB plug) doesn't have a symbol to indicate which way is up, look for the side with a seam on the metal connector (it only has a line across one side) - that's the side that either faces down or to the left, depending on your port placement.
Bonjour à tous les utilisateurs de BIAB 2024, Une Mise à Jour de Band in a Box 2024 pour Windows vient de sortir (Build 1111). Cette Mise à Jour, gratuite, corrige un certain nombre d'anomalies. Je vous invite/incite donc à installer ce Build 1111 : Menu Aide -> Chercher les Mise à Jour -> Télécharger. Enjoy! Daniel
Update your Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows® for free with build 1111! With this update, there's more control when saving images from the Print Preview window, we've added defaults to the MultiPicker for sorting and font size, updated printing options, updated RealTracks and other content, and addressed user-reported issues with the StylePicker, MIDI Soloists, key signature changes, and more! Learn more about this free update for Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows at www.pgmusic.com/support_windowsupdates.htm#1111
https://www.editor.guitarscientist.com/theorylab This app is designed to answer a seemingly simple question often asked by beginner guitarists: "If I have these chords/notes/scales, what other chords/scales/notes can I play that would sound good together?". This app attempts to provide the most comprehensive reply possible to this question, detailed enough to be of interest for musicians of any level.
Fixed: StylePicker font size setting did not work for sizes greater than 10pt.
Added: MultiPicker Defaults button opens a panel which allows you to set defaults separately for column widths, window size, and font size.
Added: MultiPicker Defaults includes setting for font size (range 4 - 30).
Fixed: Track actions menu was truncated sometimes when using picker as well
Fixed: MIDI Soloist now has options to control whether a style will be loaded. MultiPicker dialog and MIDI Soloist dialog have a setting to enable/disable style changes.
Fixed: MIDI Soloist displays name of style that will be loaded in the list and if it will be loaded.
Fixed: MIDI Soloist was sometimes loading the wrong style.
Fixed: StylePicker had overlapping text sometimes e.g. '10,027 styles, sorted by name'.
Fixed: StylePicker 'other' filter text sometimes overlaps with "include similar" checkbox
Fixed: When there was a key signature change to a new key like C# , this could result in a flat key signature (like Db) showing up in the notation window.
Fixed: "Print to PDF" now defaults to Microsoft Print to PDF driver, which fixed certain issues such as the title area sometimes not displaying the correct fonts.
Fixed: issue involving section text and lyric printout not displaying correctly.
Fixed: could not save from the Print Preview to TIF or PNG format.
Fixed: In the Big Lyrics Window, when the checkbox to display chords was unchecked in the Options dialog, chords were still displaying when the Big Lyrics where displayed onscreen.
Added: Ability to specify a specific folder when saving a range of images from the Print Preview window.
Fixed: When saving Print Preview image(s) to disk, and you change the width/height in order to save a specific size, it would affect the width displayed onscreen.
Fixed: printing issue that could result in the first row of tablature to not have horizontal lines drawn, or potentially the lines be drawn too long on other rows.
Fixed: Also ability for RB to specify that a track is frozen when writing BBINput.txt to save an MGU/SGU.
Fixed: Possible spurious "window error 109" error message.
Fixed: Exporting WAV files at higher sample rates would sound out of tune.
Fixed: Importing an audio file at different sample rates might sound out of tune.
Fixed: Loops would not generate if demo player was used in the Loops dialog.
Fixed: Undo Convert track to editable audio did not work.
Fixed: Problems playing multi-instrument MIDI track
Fixed: String localization errors
Added: Exit button (X) when spinning wheel covers entire plugin
Added: Load Chords from MIDI File by drag-n-drop over Chord Sheet
Summary of changes in Build 1109 (Since build 1108) (Jan 17, 2024) Note about exporting MIDI files for use with Synth V. If you want the harmony parts exported on separate tracks in your MIDI file: (1) When you select a harmony in Band-in-a-Box, there is an option to Convert/write harmony to the melody track. Do not select this option. (2) To export the MIDI file, use File | Save Special | Save as MIDI file, or click the .MID button in the toolbar (File panel). In the Options dialog, select General MIDI format as the lyrics type, and make sure that "Harmony on separate tracks" is selected (these are the defaults).
Added: Three extra RealTracks added, that should have been included in sets 444, 445, and 447 but were only included in the 49PAK: Bass, Electric, VintageCountryWaltzSlow Sw 085; Guitar, Electric, Soloist BroCountryPopJohnny Ev 110; Guitar, Electric, Soloist ModCountryTravellerJohnny Sw16 075
Fixed: _Chase.sty triggered HiQ error.
Fixed: _Beefy.sty might show N/A RT.
Fixed: Apply button should be enabled in MultiPicker if no item is selected.
Fixed: When importing MIDI files that use a higher PPQ than 120, will place the lyrics at the wrong times.
Fixed: Selecting a chord from the Chord Progressions window by clicking the .. button to the right of the main button while holding shift will just preview the chord.
Fixed: When exporting MIDI files with lyrics, the lyric events were saved as plain text events instead of lyric events. This would prevent them from showing up when the MIDI file was imported into some programs, such as Synth V.
NOTE: If you want to import a MIDI file with a melody harmony into Synth V with the harmony parts on separate tracks: (1) Do not select the option in Band-in-a-Box to Convert/write harmony to melody track, and (2) to export the MIDI file use File | Save Special | Save as MIDI file (or .MID button), and make sure that "Harmony on separate tracks" is selected in Options.
Fixed: MIDI lyrics export option "PG Music format (old)" which was obsolete, changed to "Plain Text Events".
Fixed: MP3 loop files would not not play.
Fixed: Playback auto-scrolling in the Audio Edit window might stop working after right-clicking.
Fixed: "Record from bar" might place recorded audio at wrong location if the track was empty before recording.
Fixed: Copy/Move tracks failed to copy audio.
Fixed: Possible crash when generating songs with very short riffs and "Automatically fill gaps between riffs" is enabled. Typically occurred on long songs with many chord changes.
Fixed: Opening the Lead Sheet window would make the Piano Roll disappear.
Fixed: Using "Choose colors for Chord and Notation display" in the ChDisp menu wouldn't permanently change the Notation Window’s background color.
Summary of changes in Build 1108 (Since build 1106)
Fixed: Possible program freeze if using "Auto-Fix Sour Notes" feature ("Saddle Up" problem).
Fixed: Mix-paste in Audio Edit was not working properly.
Fixed: Visual metronome dialog now counts in correctly if bars 1 and 2 have timesigs like 3/4 5/4 7/4.
Fixed: Partial Generation improved for RealDrums, when using the MultiPicker partial-generation button , on drums and other tracks, including notation.
Fixed: Apply button on MultiPicker should be enabled for all except Melodist, Soloist if None is selected.
Fixed: UserTracks were taking a long time to generate, even if .bt2 files were present.
Added: Audition chord on beat 2 or 4 by pressing Control-Shift-Enter (note: Shift-Enter already auditions beats 1 or 3).
Summary of changes in Build 1106 (Since build 1104)
Fixed: Tracks out of sync if using multiple styles on a track.
Fixed: Access Violation error if attempting to make audio harmonies.
Fixed: Issues with viewing volume nodes on mono tracks.
Fixed: Selecting a blank track in the Audio Edit window would display the wrong track data.
Fixed: "Auto-Fix Sour Notes" features were not working.
Improved: If changing "stretching quality" setting in RealTracks Settings dialog, relevant tracks will be reprocessed immediately.
Fixed: Problematic style changes with styles like 'Airduo' and Aircelt' that have no drum part.
Updated: PDF Documentation, help file.
Fixed: "Automatically fill gaps between riffs" feature was not working.
Fixed: Various GUI issues with Audio Chord Wizard mode.
Fixed: Possible slow bootup for some users.
Fixed: Tracks with multi-drums would stop generating if restarting playback.
Fixed: Audio Conversion Error -1072875854 when exporting MP3 or M4A files.
Fixed: Right-click on Chords button should show the Chords Display menu.
Fixed: Home key did not work on tracks window.
Fixed: Rebuild in the RD Picker duplicates some multidrum entries during the current session.
Added: style _MIASMA (rt431)
Fixed: Possible problems playing style Demo songs that were frozen.
Fixed: Trumpet, Background RnBFunky Ev 120 (1TrackHornSection) not playing properly
Updated: RT Memos for all RealTracks included in the 2024 release.
Improved: The following RealTracks have improvements including better phrase transitions: - Piano, Acoustic, Soloist JazzFastRH Sw 190 - Guitar, Electric, Soloist ModCountryTravellerJohnny Sw16 075 - Guitar, Electric, Rhythm MetalModernTripletSyncReverse12key Sw 140 - Guitar, Electric, Soloist BroCountryPopJohnny Ev 110 - Bass, Acoustic, SoulJazzMellow ev 85 - Piano, ElectricVintage, Rhythm SoulJazzMellowTrem Ev 085 - Bass, Acoustic, Fusion70sFunk ev16 100 - Piano, Electric, Rhythm Fusion70sAvantFunk ev16 100 h - Guitar, Electric, Soloist Metal80sPopFast8ths Ev 130 - Guitar, Electric, Soloist AmericanaGentleTrain ev16 085
DAW Plugin 6.0.13 release notes
Fixed: Crash opening the plugin
Fixed: RD Stems not loading from SGU
Fixed: Destination REAPER track should not be deleted before sending to REAPER
Fixed: Renamed some labels in REAPER Panel
================================= Summary of changes in Build 1104 (Since build 1102) (Dec 12)
Possible noise when starting first playback after loading a song.
Tracks waveform appearing wrong if multiple RealTracks with different tempos are generated onto a single track.
Forced accidentals revert to Automatic when playing a song.
RealTracks stems could not be selected.
Cannot select Bass track when opening program.
Volume automation nodes might appear in wrong locations on Master track.
Resize cursor appears when hovering mouse over track label in tracks window.
Track label did not redraw after setting a custom label.
Shots and holds not working for a few older RT's like #2915
Load demo song did not work for LookMa set 11
Tracks might play out of sync if starting playback beyond the end of an Artist Performance Track.
Missing riffs in some RealTracks demo songs (eg piano soloist in _WARP.STY demo at bar 10).
Bad timing on some RealTracks riffs.
Crash when transposing region of an audio track.
Media Foundation error -1072875836 when playing _FLEE.STY.
Delete key on Tracks window behaving like Shift+Delete.
Minimize issue fixed in MultiPicker Library, F5 Bar Settings, Chord Options
Apply button on F5 dialog had a semicolon
LyricLab.net URL provided in FlashMessage when the function is used
[plugin]: Function added to allow generation of Master.wav while using ReaperInstructions
[plugin]: Reaper Instructions now have “Beat” parameter allowing them to support live tempo changes
Demos playing weren’t shutting down if play was pressed elsehwere in some cases
Standalone RealDrums picker when closing needs to point to RealDrums picker in the MultiPicker
Instrumental Studies Set 21 files are supposed to notation on both the soloist guitar track and the rhythm guitar track.
Manuals, help file
DAW Plugin 6.0.7 release notes
Changed plugin name from "2023" to "2024"
Deselect all REAPER media items after sending tracks
Some media items sent to REAPER don't show signal
Add button to expand REAPER Settings area to cover panel
Sending tracks to reaper makes sound when complete
Pressing PLAY with "Send REAPER Instructions enabled" will result in endless loop if not generated
Two new different Libraries, each with two different Instruments. https://www.toontrack.com/melodic-percussion/Wood Marimba Brand: Yamaha* YM 5100A | Recorded in: Hall and Studio 1 Recorded with: wool/yarn/cord-wrapped mallets (soft to hard) With its mellow, woody, dark and utterly engulfing tone, the marimba represents a unique expression that fits just as well in classical compositions as in pop and rock. Simply put, a timeless instrument with an iconic tone Xylophone Brand: Yamaha* YX 500R | Recorded in: Hall Recorded with: wool/yarn/cord-wrapped mallets (soft to hard) It may look like a spitting image of the marimba, but – rest assured – it has its own and completely unique voice. With a harder wood in its bars and an overall higher and more narrow range, the xylophone is its perfect counterpart Metal THE VIBRAPHONE. Brand: Bergerault* BV35 | Recorded in: Hall and Studio 1 Recorded with: Wool/yarn/cord-wrapped mallets (soft to hard) and violin bow Since it was first introduced back in the first quarter of the 1900s, the vibraphone has been a mainstay in all kinds of music, arrangements and styles – particularly so in jazz. With its massive two-manual set of “keys,” big pipe organ-like resonators and motor-driven tremolo, this acoustic-electric instrument sounds as grand as it looks. THE GLOCKENSPIEL. Brand: Bergerault* KG25S | Recorded in: Studio 1 Recorded with: Synthetic mallets What this little instrument lacks in size, it makes up in tone. In fact, throughout music history the glockenspiel has intrigued classical composers, songwriters and listeners alike across all genres and styles. It simply has an irresistible tone that cuts through in any musical narrative you place it in. maker and a storyteller all at once!
Bold claim indeed. After 6 months of using one, I'm about convinced. After 50 years of hauling tube amps (twins,superreverbs,vibrolux, Mesa Mark 3) I'm so glad to have found one. Takes some time and effort to get to know and dial in. Yet its opened my eyes to some new guitar ideas (e.g. freeze patches)
Add updated printing options, enhanced tracks settings, smoother use of MGU and SGU (BB files) within PowerTracks, and more with the latest PowerTracks Pro Audio 2024 update!
Download and install this to your RealBand 2024 for updated print options, streamlined loading and saving of .SGU & MGU (BB) files, and to add a number of program adjustments that address user-reported bugs and concerns.
Did you know... not only can you download your Band-in-a-Box® Pro, MegaPAK, or PlusPAK purchase - you can also choose to add a flash drive backup copy with the installation files for only $15? It even comes with a Band-in-a-Box® keychain!
For the larger Band-in-a-Box® packages (UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, Audiophile Edition), the hard drive backup copy is available for only $25. This will include a preinstalled and ready to use program, along with your installation files.
Backup copies are offered during the checkout process on our website.
Already purchased your e-delivery version, and now you wish you had a backup copy? It's not too late! If your purchase was for the current version of Band-in-a-Box®, you can still reach out to our team directly to place your backup copy order!
Note: the Band-in-a-Box® keychain is only included with flash drive backup copies, and cannot be purchased separately.
Handy flash drive tip: Always try plugging in a USB device the wrong way first? If your flash drive (or other USB plug) doesn't have a symbol to indicate which way is up, look for the side with a seam on the metal connector (it only has a line across one side) - that's the side that either faces down or to the left, depending on your port placement.
Update your Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows® Today!
Update your Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows for free with build 1111!
With this update, there's more control when saving images from the Print Preview window, we've added defaults to the MultiPicker for sorting and font size, updated printing options, updated RealTracks and other content, and addressed user-reported issues with the StylePicker, MIDI Soloists, key signature changes, and more!
A few excerpts:
"The Tracks view is possibly the single most powerful addition in 2024 and opens up a new way to edit and generate accompaniments. Combined with the new MultiPicker Library Window, it makes BIAB nearly perfect as an 'intelligent' composer/arranger program."
"MIDI SuperTracks partial generation showing six variations – each time the section is generated it can be instantly auditioned, re-generated or backed out to a previous generation – and you can do this with any track type. This is MAJOR! This takes musical experimentation and honing an arrangement to a new level, and faster than ever."
"Band in a Box continues to be an expansive musical tool-set for both novice and experienced musicians to experiment, compose, arrange and mix songs, as well as an extensive educational resource. It is huge, with hundreds of functions, more than any one person is likely to ever use. Yet, so is any DAW that I have used. BIAB can do some things that no DAW does, and this year BIAB has more DAW-like functions than ever."
Convenient Ways to Listen to Band-in-a-Box® Songs Created by Program Users!
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